DirksOutdoors
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe talk fishing, hiking, hunting, camping and anything else related to the outdoors. Great interviews with leading experts to help you get the most from your outdoor experience! About David Dirks:He is the host and producer of the DirksOutdoors radio show on WTBQ FM/AM here in the Hudson Valley (www.WTBQ.com) — one of the only weekly outdoor radio shows of its kind in New York State. David Dirks was the weekly outdoor columnist for The Times Herald-Record since 1999. “I’ve been fishing and hunting for over 35 years. During those years, I’ve had the opportunity to fish and hunt in different places around the United States. Every adventure continues to lead to new opportunities to learn and appreciate more about our great outdoors.”
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Discovering the Appalachian Trail
September 14, 2022 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBA new and excellent book from Amber and Joshua Niven and we chat with them about their Appalachian trail hiking backgrounds and of course, about their new book. They share their insights on making your Appalachian Trail experience the best there can be! From beginners to thru-hikers, Discovering the Appalachian Trail has something for anyone that wants a connection with the nation’s longest marked footpath at approximately 2,181 miles. Starting at Springer Mountain in Georgia and finishi...
Discovering the Appalachian Trail
September 14, 2022 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBA new and excellent book from Amber and Joshua Niven and we chat with them about their Appalachian trail hiking backgrounds and of course, about their new book. They share their insights on making your Appalachian Trail experience the best there can be! From beginners to thru-hikers, Discovering the Appalachian Trail has something for anyone that wants a connection with the nation’s longest marked footpath at approximately 2,181 miles. Starting at Springer Mountain in Georgia and finishi...
National Deer Association: Hunting & Diversity
March 12, 2022 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBMuch of the outdoors - especially in hunting - has been long dominated by rural, non-diverse groups. Conservation and outdoor opportunities like hunting and fishing - depends wholly on future generations to support and actively influence them. So the effort is on among many outdoor-oriented organizations who are recognizing the need to have hunting and other outdoor activities reflect the diversity of our great country. Great interview here with Hank Forester, Director of Hunting for th...
Here's a Youth-oriented Fly Fishing Program for Your Kids!
March 12, 2022 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBJohn Waldron is Executive Director of the NY Chapter of the Brotherhood of the Junglecock (that's a bird who's feathers where once highly prized for fly tying if you were wondering!). For over 25 years, the NY Chapter of BOJC has provided high quality fly-fishing and conservation-focused education to thousands of kids - many of them completing the seven year program and achieving the status of graduating in our Masters program, usually in their late teens. Our annual Campfire is our once a ...
National Deer Association: Hunting & Diversity
March 12, 2022 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBMuch of the outdoors - especially in hunting - has been long dominated by rural, non-diverse groups. Conservation and outdoor opportunities like hunting and fishing - depends wholly on future generations to support and actively influence them. So the effort is on among many outdoor-oriented organizations who are recognizing the need to have hunting and other outdoor activities reflect the diversity of our great country. Great interview here with Hank Forester, Director of Hunting for th...
National Wildlife Federation Update
March 12, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBOur recent interview with Aaron Kindle - Director of Sporting Advocacy with the National Wildlife Federation. Great interview on key NWF initiatives and how people can learn about and support them. Be informed. Get Involved. Make a difference. The future of Conservation depends on it. www.nwf.org www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
Tenkara Fly Fishing: Interview w/Dr. Rob Worthing
March 12, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBWhen he is not practicing medicine - Dr. Worthing can be found either teaching, guiding or just on the water somewhere with his tenkara fly rod in hand. He is also an outdoor writer and has contributed may articles on the subject of Tenkara - including some great articles that found there way into the books: Tenkara Fly Fishing and Tenkara Kebari. He is a foremost and well-known Tenkara fishing guide - and has partnered with two other exceptional Tenkara guides - EriK Ostrander and John ...
Tenkara Fly Fishing: Interview w/Dr. Rob Worthing
March 12, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBWhen he is not practicing medicine - Dr. Worthing can be found either teaching, guiding or just on the water somewhere with his tenkara fly rod in hand. He is also an outdoor writer and has contributed may articles on the subject of Tenkara - including some great articles that found there way into the books: Tenkara Fly Fishing and Tenkara Kebari. He is a foremost and well-known Tenkara fishing guide - and has partnered with two other exceptional Tenkara guides - EriK Ostrander and John ...
Crowding on the Delaware River System: John Clark POV
January 02, 2022 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBThis is a second interview on the issue of crowding on the Delaware River system for trout anglers. It all started with the blog post that I caught from John Clark: Here's the link to the blog post that started us on this discussion path: https://bucketlistangler.com/the-delicate-question-of-whether-to-govern-boat-traffic-the-west-branch-of-the-delaware/ In this podcast, we give John a chance to explain his position on the issue of crowding - especially boat traffic - on the Upper Delaw...
The Fly Fishing Show: Interview w/ CEO Ben Furimsky - 2
November 11, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBBen Furimsky is determined to overcome the impacts to his annual production of The Fly Fishing Show (www.flyfishingshow.com) from 2020. Great interview with Ben discussing how the Fly Fishing Show 2022 will be a spectacular return to the fly fishing industry stage. Great insights on what it really takes to put on a mulit-state show - one of the world's largest fly fishing shows. www.flyfishingshow.com www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
The World of Fly Fishing: Interview w/ Dan Dirks
November 11, 2021 00:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBJoin me as my son Dan and I discuss all matters about the state-of-fly fishing today. The popularity of fly fishing is creating all kinds of issues - and access and crowding is one of them. www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
The World of Fly Fishing: Interview w/ Dan Dirks
November 11, 2021 00:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBJoin me as my son Dan and I discuss all matters about the state-of-fly fishing today. The popularity of fly fishing is creating all kinds of issues - and access and crowding is one of them. www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
Interview w/Outdoor Writer Bill Connors: NY Hunting & Fishing Updates
November 11, 2021 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBBill Connors is one of the best outdoor writers here in NYS and his columns continue provide all of us great points of view and information on the constantly changing hunting & fishing landscape. We cover a lot of territory - so don't miss this great interview! www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
Interview: Trout Unlimited CEO Chris Wood
September 30, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBBefore coming to Trout Unlimited in September 2001, Chris Wood served as the senior policy and communications advisor to the Chief of the U.S. Forest Service where he helped protect 58 million acres of publicly owned land. Chris began his career as a temporary employee with the Forest Service in Idaho and also worked for the Fish and Wildlife program of the Bureau of Land Management. He is the author and co-author of numerous papers and articles and three books including, Watershed Restora...
Interview: Trout Unlimited CEO Chris Wood
September 30, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBBefore coming to Trout Unlimited in September 2001, Chris Wood served as the senior policy and communications advisor to the Chief of the U.S. Forest Service where he helped protect 58 million acres of publicly owned land. Chris began his career as a temporary employee with the Forest Service in Idaho and also worked for the Fish and Wildlife program of the Bureau of Land Management. He is the author and co-author of numerous papers and articles and three books including, Watershed Restora...
Better Outdoor Photography: Interview w/Laurie Dirkx
September 06, 2021 20:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBYes, that Laurie Dirkx with an "x"! Outdoor photographer and writer Laurie Dirkx spent some time with us on the DirksOutdoors Radio Show to share her tips and insights on taking better outdoor photos. Taking better than average outdoor photos is not an easy trick but Laurie put us all at ease with her tips for doing it better. Great show, great insights! You can find Laurie at www.lauriedirkx.com
Veteran's & Access to the Outdoors: Interview with Aaron Leonard
August 27, 2021 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBAaron Leonard is on a mission: finding ways to help veterans gain access to wide range of outdoor activities and places where they can find solace, friendship and a healing relationship with the great outdoors. Working for the Sierra Club - one of America's largest and oldest organizations focusing on preserving the outdoors for current and future generations - Leonard makes the it happen. He worked with a larger group to bring about the Outdoor Rx Act for NYS. The act is a downpayment for...
Jim Murphy: Fly Fishing Industry Icon
August 27, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBPure Fishing is one of the leading fishing companies in the U.S. and the world with a host of great brands almost every angler knows and/or is fishing with. Brands like Fenwick, Penn, Berkley, Ugly Stick, Fin Nor, Van Staal, and now - reintroducing the venerable British brand - Greys. Jim Murphy wouldn't say this about himself but we will: he's an industry icon in many ways. For one, he's been actively in the fly fishing business for over 30+ years and is not slowing down in any way. I...
Jim Murphy: Fly Fishing Industry Icon
August 27, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBPure Fishing is one of the leading fishing companies in the U.S. and the world with a host of great brands almost every angler knows and/or is fishing with. Brands like Fenwick, Penn, Berkley, Ugly Stick, Fin Nor, Van Staal, and now - reintroducing the venerable British brand - Greys. Jim Murphy wouldn't say this about himself but we will: he's an industry icon in many ways. For one, he's been actively in the fly fishing business for over 30+ years and is not slowing down in any way. I...
West Branch Delaware River: About that Boat Traffic...
July 04, 2021 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBBack in early June of 2020, I received an email from my oldest son Dan and the email had a link to a blog posting on a website. The blog posting was well-written and struck a cord (or you might even call it a nerve actually) regarding the issue of boat traffic on the West Branch of the Delaware River. If you've fished the West Branch - especially during prime trout fishing season - it's world-class reputation is well-earned (and it is a world-class fishery at that). It is - in my opinion ...
How to Think Like an Arborist: Interview w/ Connor Smith
May 05, 2021 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBEvery day should be Arbor Day - the day we plant trees and do some additional good for our lands. Everyone can get into the act of becoming their own arborist and help the environment and provide a great conservation effort to help everything from insects to wildlife. Great interview with Arborist Connor Smith of Wickes Arborists (The Davey Tree Expert Company). For more information and resources: www.wickesarborists.com www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
The Fly Fishing Show: Interview w/ CEO Ben Furimsky
April 25, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBCOVID-19 devastated the greater tradeshow industry at large - and the impact of shutting down an entire industry for the last year has created billions in losses and thrown hundreds of thousands of people across the country out of work. Ben Furimsky is CEO of one of America's largest and best fly fishing venues and in this episode, Ben shares his thoughts, ideas and insights on the impacts of COVID on the fly fishing industry and the shows he works hard to host each year. He also discuss...
The Fly Fishing Show: Interview w/ CEO Ben Furimsky
April 25, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBCOVID-19 devastated the greater tradeshow industry at large - and the impact of shutting down an entire industry for the last year has created billions in losses and thrown hundreds of thousands of people across the country out of work. Ben Furimsky is CEO of one of America's largest and best fly fishing venues and in this episode, Ben shares his thoughts, ideas and insights on the impacts of COVID on the fly fishing industry and the shows he works hard to host each year. He also discuss...
NY Outdoor News Interview w/Dan Ladd
April 25, 2021 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBDan Ladd is Editor for the NY Outdoor News - the largest NYS-wide outdoor newspaper of its kind. In this episode, we discuss the recent changes in NYS trout management and changes in youth hunting - and the implications therein. Great episode and we appreciate Dan giving us him time! www.outdoornews.com/newyork www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
NY Outdoor News Interview w/Dan Ladd
April 25, 2021 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBDan Ladd is Editor for the NY Outdoor News - the largest NYS-wide outdoor newspaper of its kind. In this episode, we discuss the recent changes in NYS trout management and changes in youth hunting - and the implications therein. Great episode and we appreciate Dan giving us him time! www.outdoornews.com/newyork www.dirksoutdoors.com email: [email protected]
Ruffed Grouse & Woodcock Update w/ Todd Waldron
March 13, 2021 23:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBTodd Waldron is the Northeastern Director of Conservation for the Ruffed Grouse Society and gave us an excellent update on grouse and woodcock - including ways we each of us can play a role in improving grouse and woodcock habitate. Please consider becoming a member of the Ruffed Grouse Society - it will make a difference for generations to come! For more information: www.ruffedgrousesociety.org
Fly Fishing and Diversity: Interview w/ Lindsay Agness
February 26, 2021 02:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBFor a long time and still - most fly anglers are mostly white, old and - sometimes - cranky. I've long been critical of fly fishing being the domain of old, graying males - and am happy to report that there has been progress in bringing more diversity to fly fishing. Lindsay Agness is an active member of TU and has and is committed to doing something about making diversity a priority for the future of our clean, cold waters for generations to come. Listen in as she shares her thoughts ...
Heritage Brook Trout in NYS: Update w/Paul Miller
February 13, 2021 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBThe brook trout is our "canary in the coal mine" for just how clean our waters are. While actually in the char family of fish but always referred to as a trout, the brookie is one of the few native fish in NYS that date back to just after the ice age. They are a wonderful and generational treasure - and where you can find them - they are a pleasure to catch...and release. What is the "state of the state" in terms of brook trout habitat and the recent location of original, pure genetic (...
Latest on NYS Cross Bows - interview w/Rick McDermott
February 06, 2021 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOur early 2021 interview with NYS Crossbow Coalition founder and President, Rick McDermott. Rick gives us an update on cross bow legislation and your chance to help make the difference in expanding cross bow usage in the NYS bow season. The DirksOutdoors Radio show has a been a long time supporter of the right for hunters to use the cross bow as another option for the bow hunting experience. For more information about NYS Crossbow Coalition: www.nycrossbowcoalition.com Email: dirksou...
Latest on NYS Cross Bows - interview w/Rick McDermott
February 06, 2021 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOur early 2021 interview with NYS Crossbow Coalition founder and President, Rick McDermott. Rick gives us an update on cross bow legislation and your chance to help make the difference in expanding cross bow usage in the NYS bow season. The DirksOutdoors Radio show has a been a long time supporter of the right for hunters to use the cross bow as another option for the bow hunting experience. For more information about NYS Crossbow Coalition: www.nycrossbowcoalition.com Email: dirksou...
Interview: Larry Charette, NYS TU Council Chair
January 17, 2021 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBInterview with NYS TU Chair Larry Charette on the latest in TU issues and trout management issues in NYS. Email: [email protected] Web: www.dirksoutdoors.com
Stripers, Bluefish, Weakfish: Regional Update w/ Charles Witek
January 02, 2021 20:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBNortheast and mid-Atlantic striper stocks are down...bluefish in same state of slow decline - what gives? Listen in as our guest - Charles Witek - provides us some Our Guest Today: Charles Witek - a life-long salt water angler who has fished on every coast of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. He is an attorney and consultant who provides advice on marine fisheries management, and currently sits on New York's Marine Resources Advisory Council, serves as New York's recreatio...
Josh Dirks on Steelies & Dan Ladd on NY Outdoor News
December 27, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBAfter a great three days steelhead fishing on the Salmon River near Altmar NY, I brought my son Joshua into the studio to chat about our experience catching these large and wonderfully fresh, lake Ontario run steelhead. We had two solid days of fishing and each of us managed more than a few fish but he of course outfished me once again - it's just the way it is when you teach your kids the art of fly fishing and they advance way ahead of you. Dan Ladd, Editor of the NY Outdoor News - one...
The Pine Creek Tragedy - Interview with Jeff Phelan
December 27, 2020 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBWhat happened to this little but healthy trout water is anything but a crime. In the early fall of 2020, Pine Creek suffered a dramatic and deadly event: a lack of water. Killing hundreds if not thousands of stranded trout, little Pine Creek could not readily withstand this total lack of respect for a cold water fishery that supported populations of brook, rainbow and brown trout. Master angler and fly fishing guide Jeff Phelan - who lives right along a beautiful section of the creek, expl...
Hunting Public Lands Successfully
November 22, 2020 19:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBJon Teater is a whitetail habitat designer (www.whitetaillandscapes.com) - in this episode we discuss how public land (whether state or federal) is still a great opportunity for hunters who do not have their own land to hunt or have no or limited private land access. [email protected]
Tenkara Today w/Morgan Lyle
September 20, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBDave interview outdoor writer Morgan Lyle on his new book, Tenkara Today. Morgan's book provides a great foundation for anyone seeking to either begin and/or improve their fly fishing game utilizing traditional Japanese tenkara fishing techniques on trout. Morgan shares his insights how you can catch more trout with tenkara!
Book Review: Down by the River
September 20, 2020 01:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBLooking for a great book to introduce kids to the fun of fly fishing? Look no further than "Down by the River" by Andrew Weiner and beautifully illustrated by April Chu. Great gift for an upcoming birthday or holiday.
Book Review: Down by the River
September 20, 2020 01:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBLooking for a great book to introduce kids to the fun of fly fishing? Look no further than "Down by the River" by Andrew Weiner and beautifully illustrated by April Chu. Great gift for an upcoming birthday or holiday.
DrySee: The First Aid Bandage Reimagined!
September 19, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBAt DirksOutdoors, we get the opportunity to field test different products but we often don't bother. Why? Primarily because we're looking for products for the outdoors person who wants and needs something that goes above and beyond what they currently have or use. We found one here for sure in the DrySee bandage. Bandages are a commoditized product - you can get them anywhere and inexpensively at that. Not much has really changed in the modern bandage in a long, long time. However, i...
Managing Your Land for Better Bucks
September 19, 2020 01:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBInterview with Jon Teater who lives in Central New York on 50 acres and has achieved high levels of success in New York not because of the property he owns, but his dramatic shift in approach to creating a deer habitat like no other. Breathing success into his 50 acres and his clients are the lifeblood to his continued interest and passion for Whitetails. Jon has been published in Arrowtrade Magazine, Archery World Magazine, Bow & Arrow Magazine, Crossbow Revolution, Game & Fish Magazine an...
Interview: Brittany Boddington on Hunting
September 16, 2020 01:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBBrittany Boddington comes from great hunting stock via her father, Craig Boddingon. Brittany discusses her hunting experiences and the how's and why's of her "She Hunts Skills Camp" that helps women of all ages get a deep and successful introduction to the field of hunting. About Brittany Boddington: A California native, Brittany is no stranger to Television or big game hunting. Brittany Boddington grew up in Los Angeles. Her father, author and outdoor television personality Craig Boddi...
East Coast Striper Fishing with John Waldron
September 16, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBJohn Waldron is what I'd refer to as the striped bass "whisperer". A lifelong angler, John has spent many years learning the secrets to catching east coast striped bass. In this episode, John shares his insights on the tackle, strategies and tactics for successfully catching striped bass on the fly or spinning rod.